#AEF29D Hex Color
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No pale pastel, no deep forest: #aef29d sits in between as a bright, glowing green. Its high lightness and clean saturation give it a fresh, sparkling feel that suits sustainability branding, gardening, and wellness design. Black text passes contrast checks easily here, so it works well as a background with fine type. Use it as a dominant base or accent alongside plum or charcoal.
Questions about #aef29d
What is #aef29d in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #aef29d is rgb(174, 242, 157), in HSL hsl(108, 77%, 78%) and in CMYK 28%, 0%, 35%, 5%.
What colors pair well with #aef29d?
Try deep plum or charcoal to ground its brightness, or navy for a richer, less expected pairing. Because #aef29d is light and vivid, darker partners keep the balance.
What does #aef29d convey in a design?
It reads fresh, safe, and balanced, which is why it fits eco, pharmacy, and finance work. The greenish glow suggests growth and stability without feeling corporate.
Is #aef29d readable on white or black?
#aef29d has a 1.31:1 contrast ratio on white and 15.98:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it is too faint for text and on black it works for body text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.